2011 Ford E-150 vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 690 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.
Because 2011 Ford E-150 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 2011 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford E-150 | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-150 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 48 L |
