2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Corsa 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 123 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Corsa 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 | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rondo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
