2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo 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 240 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Borrego | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
