2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 4 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Kia | Aston Martin |
Model | Rondo | Vantage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |