1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1988 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1988 Alpine V6 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:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | V6 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
