2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rondo. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rondo weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Golf | Rondo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |