2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 172 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
