2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 570 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2005 Kia Shuma II has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Shuma II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Santa Fe | Shuma II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |