2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Shuma | 525 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
