2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 995 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 2010 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2010 Kia Venga | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Venga |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1710 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 48 L |