2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 691 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota MR2 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 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Borrego | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 48 L |
