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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rondo | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |