2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 688 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (325 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Explorer | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 78 L |
