2012 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 7 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 240 kg more than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A5 | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A5 | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
