2005 Ford Lynx vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Ford Lynx.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Lynx | 2009 Kia Venga | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Lynx | Venga |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1710 kg |