2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens 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) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (137 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Carens 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 | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rondo | Carens |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| 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 | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
