2005 Acura CL vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II

To start off, both 2005 Acura CL and 2005 Kia Shuma II were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Shuma II has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Shuma II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura CL 2005 Kia Shuma II
Make Acura Kia
Model CL Shuma II
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 50 L