2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 14 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTD has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 Volkswagen GTD | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rondo | GTD |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |