2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga.
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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga. 2009 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Passat | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
