1998 Ferrari Mondial 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 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial 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 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Mondial 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 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Mondial | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
