2010 Nissan Versa 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 Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Versa 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 51 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 264 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. 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 Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Versa | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Versa | Rondo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 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 | 1251 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |