2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 944 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Shuma II has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Shuma II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma II | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Shuma II | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
