2011 Kia Rondo vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Rondo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Rondo 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 101 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 200 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Rondo | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | Prius |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
