2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 106 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Borrego | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 48 L |