1997 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
