1996 Infiniti J30 vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Infiniti J30 | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | J30 | Rondo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |