2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Exige 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 | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Rondo | Exige |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |