2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rondo | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
