2001 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 117 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 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Avensis | Venga |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
