2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rondo | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
