2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 34 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 (362 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Borrego | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |