2005 Kia Picanto 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 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Picanto 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 123 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Picanto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Picanto | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
