2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Kia Venga

To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (156 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Toyota Tundra 2011 Kia Venga
Make Toyota Kia
Model Tundra Venga
Year Released 2002 2011
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4698 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 245 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 156 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 923 kg 1343 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 48 L


 

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