1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpine A 610 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:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 610 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1660 mm |
