2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Ram | Borrego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |