2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Borrego |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 78 L |