2007 Honda Element vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 2 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Element | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1958 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
