2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Avalanche | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |
