2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranger | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
