2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2000 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mystique (129 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique 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 716 kg more than 2000 Mercury Mystique.
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, 2000 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mystique 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 | 2000 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Shuma II | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1958 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
