2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando 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 127 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 580 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Borrego | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
