1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Falcon 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:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
