2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2000 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 323 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) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 323. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 323 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 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rondo | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
