2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 207 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 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 207 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 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rondo | 207 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
