2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 157 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Borrego | Grandis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
