2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Rondo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Rondo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rondo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rondo | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Rondo | S4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
