2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2010 Kia Rondo

To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan GT-R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan GT-R would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (481 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rondo. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rondo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rondo. 2010 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan GT-R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan GT-R 2010 Kia Rondo
Make Nissan Kia
Model GT-R Rondo
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3799 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 481 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1605 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 60 L


 

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