2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Borrego | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
