2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 6 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 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 312 kg more than 2011 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 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, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2011 Land Rover LR2 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. 2011 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma II | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Shuma II | LR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1791 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1775 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
