2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rondo | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
