2010 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 82 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga. 2012 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Colorado | Venga |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
