2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (447 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
