2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2003 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2003 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rondo | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
