2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | Cayenne | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |
