2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1981 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G 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.
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2007 Kia Rondo | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rondo | G |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |