2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
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. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma weights approximately 12 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, 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 (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 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.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Shuma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 83.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |