2007 Honda Element 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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 671 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, 2009 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Element | Rondo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |