2008 Daewoo Kalos 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 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2009 Kia Venga (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Kalos | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
