2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma II and 2005 BMW 316 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 316 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 625 kg more than 2005 BMW 316.
Because 2005 BMW 316 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 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II, 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 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2005 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Shuma II has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Shuma II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Shuma II | 2005 BMW 316 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Shuma II | 316 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |