2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Borrego | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
