2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 2005 BMW 630 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Rondo | 630 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |