2009 Kia Cerato vs. 2009 Kia Borrego

To start off, both 2009 Kia Cerato and 2009 Kia Borrego were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 37 kg more than 2009 Kia Cerato. 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, 2009 Kia Cerato, 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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Cerato 2009 Kia Borrego
Make Kia Kia
Model Cerato Borrego
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1253 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 78 L


 

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