2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1999 Kia Shuma

To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Shuma weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.

Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q5 1999 Kia Shuma
Make Audi Kia
Model Q5 Shuma
Year Released 2009 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 169 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2570 mm