2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro has manual transmission. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 | 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Kia | Lotec |
| Model | Rondo | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
