2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 181 kg more than 2003 TVR T 350.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 TVR T 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR T 350. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Borrego | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 57 L |
