2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo 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 84 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Kia | Smart |
Model | Rondo | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |