2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2005 Kia Shuma II were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 592 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 166 | Shuma II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2087 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |