2005 Acura CL vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 237 kg more than 2012 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | CL | Venga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
