2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1997 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Alhambra 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 48 more horse power than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Alhambra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Alhambra. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1997 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1997 Seat Alhambra 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 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Rondo | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
