1999 Renault Avantime vs. 2010 Kia Rondo

To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Renault Avantime. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Avantime weights approximately 290 kg more than 2010 Kia Rondo.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Renault Avantime (255 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rondo. 2010 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Renault Avantime 2010 Kia Rondo
Make Renault Kia
Model Avantime Rondo
Year Released 1999 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 250 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1285 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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