2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1994 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 205 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 60 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 205. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 205 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 | 1994 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rondo | 205 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
