1993 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.

Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda Legend 2009 Kia Borrego
Make Honda Kia
Model Legend Borrego
Year Released 1993 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 230 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 91.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 96 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1588 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 78 L


 

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