2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rondo | Eos |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |