2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2002 TVR T 350 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 | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Rondo | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
