2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Sienna 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 143 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 439 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Sienna. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Borrego | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 79 L |
