2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Tigra 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 74 more horse power than 1998 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Tigra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Tigra. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Tigra 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 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rondo | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
