2005 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Maverick (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Maverick | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
