2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 316 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux.

Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2012 Toyota Hilux
Make Kia Toyota
Model Shuma II Hilux
Year Released 2005 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1793 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 196 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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