2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 500 | Rondo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |