2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2004 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Caliber (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2004 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caliber | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
