2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 28 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2010 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma II | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Shuma II | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
