2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra and 2005 Kia Shuma II were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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, 2005 Kia Shuma II (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 2005 Kia Shuma II has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Shuma II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Astra | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
