2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 91 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rondo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |