2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1987 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1987 Peugeot 405 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rondo | 405 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
