2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 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 199 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac 6000. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Borrego | 6000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4625 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |