2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rondo | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |