2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Panda 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 223 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 78 L |
