1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 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 70 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (112 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 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:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
