2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2004 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Ipsum 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 119 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. 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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2004 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Borrego | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 61 L |
