2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Lincoln MKX (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Rondo | MKX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
