2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2001 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 528 kg more than 2001 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Shuma. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2001 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LaCrosse | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
