2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1993 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 735 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Holden Barina. 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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1993 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Borrego | Barina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
