2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 102 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.
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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Kia Venga | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Giulietta | Venga |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1253 kg |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |