2001 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 225 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Verada | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
