2006 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Optima 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 106 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 198 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Because 2010 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 2010 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Optima, 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Optima | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Optima | Borrego |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |