2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 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 60 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 13 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rondo | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rondo | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1404 mm |
