2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rondo | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
