2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 12 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 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Kia Venga | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Highlander | Venga |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1343 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |