1996 Hyundai Sonata 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 Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Sonata 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 77 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Sonata | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
