2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
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 RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RunX 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 74 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota RunX 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 RunX | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | RunX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
