2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Echo. 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 (267 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo 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 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Borrego | Echo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
