2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rondo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rondo would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rondo | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
