2001 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego will offer significantly more control. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Falcon. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Falcon 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:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |
