2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rondo | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |