2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2005 Scion xB
To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma and 2005 Scion xB 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 Scion xB (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Scion xB.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xB. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Shuma | 2005 Scion xB | |
Make | Kia | Scion |
Model | Shuma | xB |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |