2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma II and 2005 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (242 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 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 297 kg more than 2005 Volvo C70.
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 Volvo C70 (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Shuma II | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1958 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
