2006 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Because 2006 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Explorer. (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Explorer | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 78 L |
