2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine 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 86 more horse power than 1992 Renault Alpine. (251 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault Alpine. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Alpine. (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Alpine. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Alpine 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Borrego | Alpine |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4625 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |