2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tipper weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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 Hyundai Tipper. 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 Hyundai Tipper (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tipper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tipper | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
