2005 Skoda Fabia 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 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Fabia | 2009 Kia Venga | |
Make | Skoda | Kia |
Model | Fabia | Venga |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1710 kg |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |