2005 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 320 kg more than 2010 Kia Rondo.
Because 2005 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Omega | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Omega | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
