2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 247 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga. 2005 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Camry | Venga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1253 kg |
