2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
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 W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rondo | W12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
