2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2005 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mahindra Scorpio would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP) has 229 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
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 (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2005 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2005 Mahindra Scorpio 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 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Kia | Mahindra |
| Model | Borrego | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
