2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rondo | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
