2009 Kia Venga 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 Kia Venga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Venga would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 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 Venga (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga. 2009 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Venga | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Venga | Venga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 48 L |
