1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. 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 (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. 2011 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Lantra 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:
| 1998 Hyundai Lantra | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Lantra | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
