1996 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 520 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 12 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 520 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:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 520 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
