2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Swift 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 130 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Swift 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 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Rondo | Swift |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
