2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma.
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, 2008 Kia Shuma (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Neon | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
