2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2000 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Kappa 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 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rondo | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
