1995 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Retona | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
