2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 1989 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 855 kg more than 1989 Renault 25. 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, 1989 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma II | 1989 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Shuma II | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
