1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram 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:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
