1996 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 406 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 1996 BMW 520 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 1996 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma, 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, 1996 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 520 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
