2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona 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 96 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1993 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1993 Proton Persona 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 | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Rondo | Persona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
