2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,899 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 264 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2011 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 2011 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Impala | Borrego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |