2010 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1108 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Edge | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Edge | Venga |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2451 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 48 L |
