2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 1958 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
