2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz B 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 48 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rondo | B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
