1999 Kia Clarus vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Clarus (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 23 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus.
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, 1999 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Clarus | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Clarus | Venga |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1253 kg |
