2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 548 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2012 Land Rover LR4 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. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma II | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Shuma II | LR4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |
