2010 Kia Venga vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Venga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Venga would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 51 kg more than 2010 Kia Venga.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga. 2010 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Venga | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Venga | Golf |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1394 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
