2004 Kia Shuma vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 6 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 295 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 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Shuma | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
