2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Carnival (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rondo | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
