2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rondo | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |