2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu 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 541 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.

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 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Malibu 2005 Kia Shuma II
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Malibu Shuma II
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 157 Nm
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1459 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L


 

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