2007 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 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 430 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Because 2007 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | M3 | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
