2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Agila 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 123 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Agila 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 | 2005 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rondo | Agila |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
