2008 Audi A5 vs. 2009 Kia Venga

To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A5 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.

Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A5 2009 Kia Venga
Make Audi Kia
Model A5 Venga
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 349 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 17:01
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 167 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.1 seconds 14 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1710 kg
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.6 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 48 L


 

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