2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2013 Bentley Continental

To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 839 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Borrego 2013 Bentley Continental
Make Kia Bentley
Model Borrego Continental
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4627 cc 3993 cc
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 337 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 438 Nm 660 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1631 kg 2470 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4806 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 2227 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1403 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2746 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 15.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 90 L


 

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