2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2003 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1567 kg more than 2003 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (495 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 50 L |
