2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage 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 150 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 252 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Borrego | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1542 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
