2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2006 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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:
| 2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Wrangler | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
