1998 Holden Nova vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 541 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova, 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1998 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1998 Holden Nova 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:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Nova | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |
