2011 Kia Rondo vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 93 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 265 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2011 Kia Rondo (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Rondo | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rondo | Yaris |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |