2009 Kia Venga vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 192 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.
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, 2005 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Venga | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Venga | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1535 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
