2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 426 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Borrego | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
