2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
