2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano 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 31 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 506 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano 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, 2004 Nissan Murano 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 (362 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Borrego | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 82 L |
