2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 230 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Altezza | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Altezza | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
