2010 Kia Borrego vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2010 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 Kia Borrego | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Borrego | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |