2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Golf | Venga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
