2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 515 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.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Shuma | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Shuma | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |