2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 338 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Golf | Borrego |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 438 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |