2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 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 63 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 6 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 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Rondo | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |