2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma II and 2005 Lancia Thesis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 689 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 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 Lancia Thesis (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2005 Lancia Thesis 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 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Shuma II | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Shuma II | Thesis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1792 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.8 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 | 1206 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |