2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2009 Kia Borrego and 2009 Renault Koleos were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Koleos weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Renault Koleos 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 Renault Koleos 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 (362 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Koleos. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Koleos 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 | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Borrego | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
