1999 BMW 318 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 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 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 22 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 318 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 318 | Rondo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |