2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2006 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rondo | Antara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
