2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rondo | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
