2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2011 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Borrego.

Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Infiniti FX 2011 Kia Borrego
Make Infiniti Kia
Model FX Borrego
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5019 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 501 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 78 L


 

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