1994 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Verada | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
