2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 575 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Shuma II | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
