2004 BMW 730 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 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 730 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 730 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
