2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Altis 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 119 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Altis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Altis | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Altis | Borrego |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |