2010 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 359 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Kia Venga | |
Make | Porsche | Kia |
Model | Boxster | Venga |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1351 kg | 1710 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |