2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 SsangYong Korando (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Rondo | Korando |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |