2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 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 36 more horse power than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
