2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Sonata 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 28 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Rondo | Sonata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |