2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Shuma | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Shuma | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |