2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Rondo | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
