2005 Kia Shuma vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Shuma | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
