2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma II and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 149 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
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 Opel Astra (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra 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 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Shuma II | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |