2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S has manual transmission. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Kia | Koenigsegg |
Model | Borrego | CC8S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2659 mm |