2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X5 | Rondo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |