1996 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | M3 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
