2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Galaxy.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Galaxy. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Galaxy 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 | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Rondo | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |