1997 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Malibu | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
