2007 Ford Territory vs. 2011 Kia Venga

To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 672 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 2007 Ford Territory 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 2007 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Territory 2011 Kia Venga
Make Ford Kia
Model Territory Venga
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Crossover Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 1591 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 85.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 180 km/hour 178 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 11.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2015 kg 1343 kg
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 48 L


 

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