2004 GMC Savana vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (295 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 1263 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Savana (448 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Savana | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
