2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Traverse | Rondo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |