2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Kia Venga

To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 243 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Kia Venga (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2010 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Panda 2010 Kia Venga
Make Fiat Kia
Model Panda Venga
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Crossover Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 85.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1343 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 48 L


 

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