1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 211 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Pontiac | Kia |
| Model | Sunfire | Venga |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
