2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 5 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 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 156 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1285 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 | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
