2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 77 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
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2008 Subaru Impreza | 2009 Kia Venga | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Impreza | Venga |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1710 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |