2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 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 83 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (99 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rondo | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
