2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1995 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Golf 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 123 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rondo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
