2010 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1350 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 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Tahoe | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2556 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
