2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 62 kg more than 2011 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GTV | Venga |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
