2010 Kia Borrego vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1701 more horse power than 2010 Kia Borrego. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Borrego | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Borrego | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1904 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
