2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 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, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 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:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 335 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2656 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
