2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 285 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rondo | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |