2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Chevrolet Traverse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Traverse would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Traverse | Borrego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |