2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2005 Rover Streetwise

To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma II and 2005 Rover Streetwise were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Rover Streetwise. 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 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover Streetwise.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Shuma II 2005 Rover Streetwise
Make Kia Rover
Model Shuma II Streetwise
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1793 cc 1394 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 196 km/hour 164 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 11 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L


 

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