2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 2 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 54 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Journey weights approximately 477 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Journey. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Borrego | Journey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4625 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 78 L |