2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Kia Borrego were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 701 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Borrego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |