2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 980 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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 Kia Shuma II (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Shuma II | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Shuma II | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |