2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2004 Toyota Will
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Will would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rondo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rondo | 2004 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | Will |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
