2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego. 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 1957 Packard Patrician. 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Kia | Packard |
Model | Borrego | Patrician |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 77 L |