2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rondo. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rondo weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rondo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (294 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Impreza | Rondo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |