2000 GAZ 3111 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 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2000 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2000 GAZ 3111 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:

2000 GAZ 3111 2009 Kia Borrego
Make GAZ Kia
Model 3111 Borrego
Year Released 2000 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2287 cc 3776 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2900 mm


 

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