2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 2008 Lexus IS | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Rondo | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
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 | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |