2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Kia Venga

To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 349 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Viper 2012 Kia Venga
Make Dodge Kia
Model Viper Venga
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Roadster Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8285 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 499 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 711 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102.4 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100.6 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 314 km/hour 167 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 3.9 seconds 12.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1602 kg 1253 kg
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 21.2 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 48 L


 

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