1994 BMW M5 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 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:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | M5 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
