2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, both 2005 GMC Canyon 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon 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 64 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Because 2005 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (148 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Canyon | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1958 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
