2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2012 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKZ 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lincoln MKZ (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 2012 Lincoln MKZ | |
Make | Kia | Lincoln |
Model | Rondo | MKZ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |