2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
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 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 407 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 407 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Rondo | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |