2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Frontera 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 | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rondo | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
