2005 Jaguar X-Type 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 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (227 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 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 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type, 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | X-Type | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |
