2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rondo | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 661 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |