2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Borrego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Borrego would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Borrego | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 30 L |
