2002 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 BMW 318.
Because 2002 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 318 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.5 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
