2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 5 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, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Rondo | X1 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |