2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1060 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.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Shuma | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Shuma | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |