2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 774 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Phaeton | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
