2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Roadster has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Roadster 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 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Rondo | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
