2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1107 kg more than 2011 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Kia Venga | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Venga |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1253 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |