2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Donkervoort D8 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 14 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2003 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2003 Donkervoort D8 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:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Kia |
| Model | D8 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
