2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 775 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2010 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX 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, 2010 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2010 Lexus GX | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Borrego | GX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4627 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 87 L |