1999 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 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 54 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 740 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:
1999 BMW 740 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 740 | Borrego |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 438 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |