2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Frontier | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
