2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2009 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKS is newer by 2 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 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2009 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Rondo | MKS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
