2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 276 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 950 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Q7 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |
