2001 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2009 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X5 | Borrego |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1285 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 Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 78 L |