2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Rondo | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
