2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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 108 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Rondo | Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |