2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG XPower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG XPower would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 MG XPower. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 MG XPower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 MG XPower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG XPower. (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG XPower. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2005 MG XPower has manual transmission. 2005 MG XPower 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 MG XPower | |
Make | Kia | MG |
Model | Borrego | XPower |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 4627 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |