2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 8 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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 270 kg more than 2013 Audi A4.
Because 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 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 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Shuma II | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2808 mm |
