2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rondo | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
