2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla 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 92 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
