2010 Volvo C30 vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Venga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Venga would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2009 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga. 2009 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo C30 | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | C30 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
