2006 Kia Sedona 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 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
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 Kia Sedona, 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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sedona | Borrego |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |