2011 Kia Venga vs. 2010 Pontiac G3
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Pontiac G3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Pontiac G3 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac G3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G3 (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga.
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, 2011 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Venga | 2010 Pontiac G3 | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Venga | G3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
