2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Z9 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
