2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Borrego | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4625 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |