2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback.
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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Outback 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 | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Borrego | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |