2003 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 283 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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 (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Fit | Venga |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1343 kg |
