1997 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Isuzu VehiCross | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | VehiCross | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
