2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Yukon | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
