2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (201 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rondo. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
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, 2005 Ford Taurus (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Taurus | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taurus | Rondo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |