2008 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corolla | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.9:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 14 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 | 1575 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
