2008 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Kia Borrego. (337 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 915 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X5 | Borrego |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 78 L |