2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 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 54 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rondo | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
