2010 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 158 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.
Because 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. 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 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga. 2010 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda RX-8 | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | RX-8 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |
