1999 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
