1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 746 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Duna | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
