2007 Renault Scenic II vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Scenic II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Scenic II would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Kia Rondo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Scenic II | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Scenic II | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
