2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (355 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1154 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 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Kia | GMC |
Model | Borrego | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4625 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 98 L |