2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Century. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Century weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Toyota Century. 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 (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Century. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 1967 Toyota Century | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Borrego | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4625 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |