2011 Kia Rondo vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2011 Kia Rondo and 2011 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 65 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 115 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 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo. 2011 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki SX4 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:
2011 Kia Rondo | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Rondo | SX4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |