2011 Kia Venga vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Venga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Venga would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 277 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Venga | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Venga | Avalon |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1620 kg |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |