2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Primera 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 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rondo | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
