2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 400 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.
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 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Borrego | X3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 67 L |