2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Sky would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Sky. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Sky.
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 (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Sky. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Sky. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2007 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2007 Saturn Sky 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 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Kia | Saturn |
| Model | Borrego | Sky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
