2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Kia Rondo

To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Nitro 2007 Kia Rondo
Make Dodge Kia
Model Nitro Rondo
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 248 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.8 mm 75 mm
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 60 L


 

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