2010 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 166 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Sentra | Rondo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4567 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |