2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto 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 1,791 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 1049 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Shuma II (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Punto | Shuma II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 2087 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |