2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 462 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Shuma | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
