2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma weights approximately 106 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Shuma | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
