2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 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 76 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1997 Xedos 6 has manual transmission. 1997 Xedos 6 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 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Xedos |
| Model | Rondo | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
