2010 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Kia Rondo (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6. 2011 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 6 | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 6 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
