2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rondo | MR2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |