2002 Toyota Solara vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 142 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Solara | 2010 Kia Venga | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Solara | Venga |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1253 kg |