2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 222 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rondo | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
