2005 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Optima weights approximately 202 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.

Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Optima. 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 (438 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Optima 2009 Kia Borrego
Make Kia Kia
Model Optima Borrego
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 4625 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 337 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 438 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1487 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.9 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.9 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 78 L


 

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