2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 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 110 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo C30. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Borrego | C30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
