2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rondo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rondo would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 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 2010 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2010 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 | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rondo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
