2005 Holden Astra 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 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Shuma weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Holden Astra.
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 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Astra | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Astra | 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
