2008 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 163 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. 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 (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V. 2009 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | HR-V | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
