2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Kia Borrego. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Borrego.
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 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Touareg | Borrego |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |