2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 10 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 320. 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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 320 | Borrego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |