2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 245 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Borrego | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4625 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 | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 42 L |