2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 228 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Borrego | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
