2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma II and 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 720 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.

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 Volkswagen Jetta (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Kia Volkswagen
Model Shuma II Jetta
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1793 cc 1712 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1950 RPM
Top Speed 196 km/hour 228 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 8.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L


 

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