2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2007 Kia Rondo and 2007 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 63 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 2. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 2 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 | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Rondo | 2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |