2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2005 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rondo | Verada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
