2007 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma. 2007 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2003 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | MDX | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
