2007 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego.
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 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu Ascender | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Ascender | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
