2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma and 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (199 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 580 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.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Shuma | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Shuma | Outlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |