2004 Ford Freestar 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 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 596 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (156 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2011 Kia Venga | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Freestar | Venga |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 156 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1343 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 48 L |