2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma II and 2005 Saturn LW were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn LW (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn LW 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 689 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW.
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 Saturn LW (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn LW 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 Saturn LW | |
Make | Kia | Saturn |
Model | Shuma II | LW |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1791 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1398 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |