2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Borrego |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |