2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Delta 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 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rondo | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
