2005 Opel Tigra 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 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. 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, 2009 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Tigra | Venga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1710 kg |
