2008 Toyota Tazz vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 337 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2011 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz. 2011 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tazz | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Tazz | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
