2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 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 780 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma II | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Shuma II | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
