2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rondo | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 23.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |