1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Cadillac 6239D would be higher. At 5,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac 6239D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 725 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | 6239D | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
