2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rondo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rondo would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
