2006 BMW 118 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 118. 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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 118 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
