2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tucson | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
