2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML (345 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rondo | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
