2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 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 110 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 271 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Z3 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.
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2009 Kia Borrego | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Borrego | Z3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4627 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
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 | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 51 L |