2004 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 534 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2004 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica 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 (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. (340 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Pacifica | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Pacifica | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |
