2009 BMW M6 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 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 M6 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | M6 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
