2007 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Rio | Borrego |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |