2010 BMW 528 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego

To start off, both 2010 BMW 528 and 2010 Kia Borrego were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 528.

Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 BMW 528 2010 Kia Borrego
Make BMW Kia
Model 528 Borrego
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 3777 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 272 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 267 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1847 mm 1920 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km


 

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