2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 86 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 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Rondo | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |