2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 396 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, 2011 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Shuma | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
