2004 Kia Spectra vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Spectra (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 486 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra.
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) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Spectra | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Spectra | Venga |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
