1996 Hyundai Coupe 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 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe 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 51 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Coupe 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 Hyundai Coupe | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Coupe | Rondo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |