2001 Chrysler Sebring 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 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Sebring 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 43 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Sebring.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (188 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler Sebring has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler Sebring 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:
| 2001 Chrysler Sebring | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Sebring | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
