2009 BMW 750 vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, both 2009 BMW 750 and 2009 Kia Rondo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 750 | Rondo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |