2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
