2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Rondo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
