2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Sonata | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
