2005 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Vectra 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 217 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Vauxhall Vectra | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Vauxhall | Kia |
Model | Vectra | Borrego |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |