2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Rondo | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |