2005 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Sebring 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Sebring (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Sebring 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 648 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
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 Chrysler Sebring (217 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Sebring | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Sebring | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 2087 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
