2009 Kia Venga vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 866 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 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Venga | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Venga | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 2209 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
