2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac 6000 has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac 6000 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 | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Rondo | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
