1997 BMW 850 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 850 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
