2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 69 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (203 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (156 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Cavalier | Venga |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 48 L |
