2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 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, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Meriva 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 | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rondo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
