2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 97 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rondo | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
