2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 242 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, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica, 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 (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Pacifica | Borrego |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |