1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Maverick | Venga |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
