2006 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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 10 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Shuma II has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Shuma II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
