2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma II and 2005 Marcos TSO were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 291 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO 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 36 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO 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 | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
Make | Kia | Marcos |
Model | Shuma II | TSO |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1792 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |