1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 275 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Bandeirante | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
