1993 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. 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, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Eldorado | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4571 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
