2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 512 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Borrego | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
