1989 Audi V8 vs. 2009 Kia Venga

To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 447 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga. 2009 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1989 Audi V8 2009 Kia Venga
Make Audi Kia
Model V8 Venga
Year Released 1989 2009
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3561 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 85.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1343 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 48 L