2003 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2009 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Bora | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Bora | Venga |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
