2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover Metro has manual transmission. 1990 Rover Metro 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:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Rondo | Metro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
