2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Scirocco | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rondo | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1404 mm |