2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2011 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Hilux | 2011 Kia Venga | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Hilux | Venga |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1710 kg |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |