2008 Nissan Primera 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 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 235 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 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Primera | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 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 | 1488 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 48 L |
