2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Fabia 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 83 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Fabia 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 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Rondo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
