2004 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage 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 24 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
