2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2009 Kia Venga

To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 562 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga. 2009 Chrysler Aspen has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Aspen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Aspen 2009 Kia Venga
Make Chrysler Kia
Model Aspen Venga
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 303 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5650 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1253 kg
Fuel Consumption City 17 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 48 L


 

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