2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,167 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rondo | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |