2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP) has 307 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 538 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Shuma II | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 408 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1958 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
