2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 683 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
