2002 Ford Lynx vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 Ford Lynx.
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, 2012 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Lynx | 2012 Kia Venga | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Lynx | Venga |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1710 kg |