2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2004 Kia Shuma and 2004 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 866 kg more than 2004 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Shuma | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
