2008 Nissan Rogue vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Rogue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Rogue would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 231 kg more than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
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 Rogue (237 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (156 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Rogue | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Rogue | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
