2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra 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 68 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rondo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
