2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2009 Kia Venga

To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 3 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.

Because 2006 Ferrari 612 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga. 2009 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ferrari 612 2009 Kia Venga
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 612 Venga
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5752 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 541 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 589 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 320 km/hour 178 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.2 seconds 11.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1343 kg
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 48 L


 

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