2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 994 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Durango | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 78 L |
