2001 Acura CL vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 237 kg more than 2010 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | CL | Venga |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
