2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 560 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Shuma II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |