2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rondo | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
