2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. 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 (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2009 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Rondo | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Rondo | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |