2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rondo | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
