2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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 47 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Rondo | Discovery |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |