2005 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 407 kg more than 2002 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 Ford Escape (262 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escape | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
