2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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 (362 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Monte Carlo | Borrego |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 362 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |