2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2005 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma II and 2005 Daewoo Kalos were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 912 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 2005 Daewoo Kalos 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 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma II | 2005 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Kia | Daewoo |
| Model | Shuma II | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
