2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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, 2009 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 2009 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Rondo | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |