2007 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira.
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, 2012 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Nubira | 2012 Kia Venga | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Nubira | Venga |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1710 kg |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |