2006 Acura TL vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Shuma II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Shuma II would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 512 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TL | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2087 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
