2007 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1523 kg more than 2004 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Savana 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 2007 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 2004 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Savana | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
