2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1340 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 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma. 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Shuma | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
| 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 | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
