1995 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 293 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Venga (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX. 2009 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1995 Honda CRX 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CRX | Venga |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
