2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 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 73 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1997 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1997 Mazda 626 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 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rondo | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
