2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 4 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 62 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rondo | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
