2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento 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. Both 2009 Kia Borrego and 2010 Kia Sorento are equipped with a 3,778 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Borrego | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |