2005 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti M 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M 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 272 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Because 2005 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Shuma II has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Shuma II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | M | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2087 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
