2004 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 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 Opel Vectra (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Vectra | Venga |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
