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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 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 235 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 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 | 4627 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
