2002 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S-MX 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:
2002 Honda S-MX | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S-MX | Rondo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |