2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio 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 88 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2000 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rondo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
