2008 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 316 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 BMW 316 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 316 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
