2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 191 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 569 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 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Sierra (489 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
