2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
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 Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sedona 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 Sedona | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rondo | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
