1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Cielo would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Cielo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Cielo | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Cielo | Borrego |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |