2005 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Opel Omega.
Because 2005 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Omega | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Omega | Venga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
