2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos 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 Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 310 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 Eos (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Eos 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 Eos | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rondo | Eos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
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 | 1700 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 | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |