2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1993 Toyota Aristo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Aristo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Aristo would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Aristo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Aristo (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Aristo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Aristo (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Aristo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1993 Toyota Aristo | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | Aristo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
