2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Kia Venga | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Tahoe | Venga |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1343 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 48 L |