2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo. 2009 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C8 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
