2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rondo | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
