1999 Kia Shuma vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, both 1999 Kia Shuma and 1999 BMW Z3 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW Z3 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 1999 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW Z3 (180 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Shuma | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
