2004 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Touran | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
