2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 612 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 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
