2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle 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 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 48 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 2400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rondo | Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |