2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7. 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | Q7 | Borrego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
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 | 930 kg | 1285 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 Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |