2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra 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 162 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 24 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. 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, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra 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 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Borrego | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
