2008 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 21 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 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:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
