2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rondo | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |