2005 Kia Shuma vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 7 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), 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 265 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Shuma | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2634 mm |
