2007 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rondo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Commander | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
