2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 575 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Shuma | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
