2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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 | 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rondo | RPM 7000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
