2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Rondo | Safrane |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |