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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 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. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Carnival 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 | 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 | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
