2007 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.

Because 2011 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 2011 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2011 Kia Borrego
Make Audi Kia
Model A4 Borrego
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 78 L


 

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