2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 1 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 238 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 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rondo | CC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |