1998 Buick Century vs. 2011 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century.

Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Century. 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Buick Century 2011 Kia Borrego
Make Buick Kia
Model Century Borrego
Year Released 1998 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 3777 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 272 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 267 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1920 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km


 

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