2012 Lexus CT vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lexus CT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 283 kg more than 2012 Lexus CT.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus CT | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Lexus | Kia |
| Model | CT | Venga |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
