1998 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Rondo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |