2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 461 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO 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 Marcos TSO | |
Make | Kia | Marcos |
Model | Borrego | TSO |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4627 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 475 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |