2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
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 E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rondo | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
