2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 135 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 BMW 5 Series 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 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Kia Shuma II | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Shuma II | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |