1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Camaro | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
