1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 28 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga. 2009 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Golf 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:
| 1997 Volkswagen Golf | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Golf | Venga |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2324 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1343 kg |
