2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2006 Kia Spectra

To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Spectra 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.

Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Spectra 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 2006 Kia Spectra
Make Kia Kia
Model Borrego Spectra
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4625 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 337 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 438 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 55 L


 

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