2006 Kia Spectra 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 Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Spectra 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 138 more horse power than 2006 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 231 kg more than 2006 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Spectra | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Spectra | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
