2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rondo | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
