2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton 400 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 108 more horse power than 2004 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 400. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2004 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 2004 Proton 400 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 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Rondo | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
