2009 BMW X6 vs. 2011 Kia Rondo

To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rondo. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rondo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW X6 2011 Kia Rondo
Make BMW Kia
Model X6 Rondo
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2145 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 60 L


 

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