2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (303 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1035 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.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Borrego | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
