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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 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 | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |