1999 De Tomaso Bigua 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 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Bigua 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 35 more horse power than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 356 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua 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:
1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Bigua | Borrego |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |