2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd

To start off, both 2009 Kia Rondo and 2009 Kia Cee'd were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 74 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 32 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.

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 2009 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Rondo 2009 Kia Cee'd
Make Kia Kia
Model Rondo Cee'd
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 198 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1317 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 53 L


 

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