2008 Opel GT 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 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Opel GT.
Because 2008 Opel GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel GT | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | GT | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
