2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Taurus | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taurus | Rondo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |