2000 BMW Z3 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 Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 60 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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z3 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.
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2000 BMW Z3 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | Z3 | Borrego |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 78 L |