2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Kia Rondo and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Astra 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 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Rondo | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |