2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 203 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 251 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Borrego | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4627 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |