2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rondo | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
