2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 109 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Rondo (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rondo | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
