2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2000 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Arosa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Arosa 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 711 kg more than 2000 Seat Arosa.
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 (157 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma II | 2000 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Shuma II | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1289 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
