2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Shuma II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Shuma II would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 410 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Shuma II | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
