2004 Kia Visto 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 Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Visto 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 109 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Visto 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 Kia Visto | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Visto | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
