2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 6 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 516 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 2005 Alpina Roadster 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 2005 Alpina Roadster. 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, 2005 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Alpina | Kia |
| Model | Roadster | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
