1998 Ford Ka 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 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Ka 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 123 more horse power than 1998 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Ka. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Ka 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 Ford Ka | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
