2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva 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 39 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva 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 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rondo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
