2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Uplander | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
