1998 Holden Nova 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 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1998 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1998 Holden Nova 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 Holden Nova | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Nova | Rondo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |