2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rondo | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |