2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 163 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Borrego | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
