2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester 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 213 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 246 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2002 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2002 Subaru Forester 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 | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Borrego | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
