2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (165 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA 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 | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rondo | MX-5 MIATA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4032 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1255 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
