2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 440 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 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Shuma | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Shuma | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3507 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 | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |