2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 203 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 154 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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 (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 | 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Borrego | Grandis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
