2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka 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 114 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Rondo | Ka |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |