2010 Kia Borrego vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. 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 133 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Borrego | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Borrego | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
