2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Kia Venga

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Venga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Venga would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga. 2010 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Volkswagen Jetta 2010 Kia Venga
Make Volkswagen Kia
Model Jetta Venga
Year Released 2012 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 5-speed manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1343 kg
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 48 L


 

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