2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra 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 56 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 185 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 (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra. 2011 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra 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:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Vectra | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
