2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 506 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.

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, 2007 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2005 Kia Shuma II
Make Audi Kia
Model A4 Shuma II
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 220 km/hour 196 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 10.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1494 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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