2008 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 432 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
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, 2010 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Astra | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 48 L |
