2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 350 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | XLR | Borrego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |