2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Shuma II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Shuma II would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 702 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Shuma II | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
