2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover 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 112 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (225 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 935 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Borrego | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 4552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
