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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 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 | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
