2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma II and 2005 Toyota Prius 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 33 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 Toyota Prius. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius. 2005 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma II | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Shuma II | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
