2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift 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 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 9 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Because 2007 Suzuki Swift 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 Suzuki Swift 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Shuma | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 69.5 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 | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
