2006 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 271 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Territory 2009 Kia Borrego
Make Ford Kia
Model Territory Borrego
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 3778 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 91.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1244 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.5 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 78 L


 

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