2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche Boxster. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche Boxster 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 | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Rondo | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
