2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rondo | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
