2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2004 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 2004 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-150 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
