1991 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Kia Rondo.
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, 2010 Kia Rondo (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taurus | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
