2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2003 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2003 Panoz AIV 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 | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Kia | Panoz |
| Model | Rondo | AIV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
