2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 857 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Equinox | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |
