2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Rondo | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |