2005 Acura MDX vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 919 kg more than 2000 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | MDX | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
