2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 41 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Picasso | Rondo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |