2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2009 Saab 9-7X
To start off, both 2009 Kia Borrego and 2009 Saab 9-7X were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 856 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.
Because 2009 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Kia | Saab |
Model | Borrego | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3776 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 1285 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 83 L |