2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda RX-7 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 | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rondo | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
