2011 Kia Venga vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 429 kg more than 2011 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga. 2011 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Venga | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Venga | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1772 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
