2000 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra 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 199 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 461 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. 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, 2000 Acura Integra, 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | Integra | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
