2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Wrangler | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
