2009 Kia Sedona 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 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 32 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.
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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sedona | Venga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
