2004 Kia Visto 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 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Visto would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Visto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Visto | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Visto | Borrego |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2900 mm |