2001 BMW 745 vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2000 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 745 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |
