2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento 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 66 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (116 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1992 Volkswagen Vento has manual transmission. 1992 Volkswagen Vento 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 | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rondo | Vento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
