2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, both 2005 Kia Shuma II and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,791 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 1103 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Shuma II 2005 Volkswagen Polo
Make Kia Volkswagen
Model Shuma II Polo
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1791 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 54 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2087 kg 984 kg


 

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