2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 308 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Suzuki | Kia |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Venga |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |
