1987 BMW 628 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 628 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 628 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
