2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia 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 231 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia 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 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Borrego | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 61 L |
