2009 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Maverick | Rondo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2288 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |