1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | Project Vantage | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
