2012 Kia Venga vs. 2011 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chrysler Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chrysler Delta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Delta (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 225 kg more than 2011 Chrysler Delta.
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 Chrysler Delta (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Venga | 2011 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Chrysler |
| Model | Venga | Delta |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1485 kg |
