2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2009 Kia Borrego and 2009 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 133 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS will offer significantly more control. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2009 Lexus IS | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Borrego | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4627 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |