2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma and 2005 Holden Cruze were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 2005 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze. 2005 Holden Cruze has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Shuma | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Kia | Holden |
Model | Shuma | Cruze |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |