2010 Kia Borrego vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Borrego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Borrego would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Borrego | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Borrego | Eos |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |