2011 Kia Venga vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 101 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70.
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, 2006 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga. 2006 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Venga | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Venga | V70 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17:01 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1609 kg |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |