2010 Kia Borrego vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 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 223 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 375 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Panda 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 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Borrego | Panda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 35 L |
