2011 Kia Rondo vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rondo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Rondo | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Rondo | S60 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |