2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2004 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Spiano 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 285 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 851 kg more than 2004 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Spiano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2004 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Borrego | Spiano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
