2008 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 67 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, both vehicles can yield 438 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Pontiac | Kia |
| Model | Grand Prix | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
