2004 Honda FR-V 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 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda FR-V 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 9 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2004 Honda FR-V 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:
2004 Honda FR-V | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | FR-V | Rondo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |