2009 BMW 125 vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, both 2009 BMW 125 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 125 | Borrego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |