2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 7 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster 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 759 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster 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 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Shuma II | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |