2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rondo | Hilux |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |