2000 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW X5 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:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 78 L |
