2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 3 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 215 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 418 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z. 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, 2012 Honda CR-Z, 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-Z. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda CR-Z has manual transmission. 2012 Honda CR-Z 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.
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2009 Kia Borrego | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Borrego | CR-Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4627 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4079 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2436 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 40 L |