1995 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 730 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:
| 1995 BMW 730 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 730 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
