2004 Acura TL vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura TL (324 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TL | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
