2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rondo | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |