2007 BMW 130 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo

To start off, both 2007 BMW 130 and 2007 Kia Rondo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 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:

2007 BMW 130 2007 Kia Rondo
Make BMW Kia
Model 130 Rondo
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4250 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 60 L


 

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