2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2007 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Shuma II has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Shuma II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Liberty | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
