2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Shuma | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Shuma | Cooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |