2005 Suzuki Aerio vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Aerio (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 503 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
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, 2012 Kia Venga (220 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2012 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Aerio | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Suzuki | Kia |
| Model | Aerio | Venga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
