2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1997 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rondo | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
