2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1987 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Suzuki Jimny 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 311 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 595 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1987 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1987 Suzuki Jimny 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.
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2009 Kia Borrego | 1987 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Borrego | Jimny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4625 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2040 mm |