2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL 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 35 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2000 Acura EL 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 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Rondo | EL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
