2001 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 200 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 2001 BMW 318 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 2001 BMW 318. 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, 2001 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 318 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
