2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Kia Venga

To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2009 Kia Venga were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.

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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alfa Romeo GTV 2009 Kia Venga
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model GTV Venga
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 17:01
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 255 km/hour 167 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 14 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1710 kg
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 48 L


 

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