2007 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2005 Kia Shuma II has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 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:
2007 BMW 335 | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 335 | Shuma II |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |