2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V. 2009 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2001 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | HR-V | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
