2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1998 Lada 111
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada 111 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 112 more horse power than 1998 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 111. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1998 Lada 111 has manual transmission. 1998 Lada 111 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 | 1998 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Rondo | 111 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 115 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
