2007 Kia Sedona 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 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona 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 134 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 810 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.

Because 2009 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 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Kia Sedona 2009 Kia Borrego
Make Kia Kia
Model Sedona Borrego
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 142 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 2000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2100 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 78 L


 

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