2011 Kia Borrego vs. 2013 Fiat 500

To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Borrego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Borrego would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 218 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 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 2011 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2013 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2013 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Kia Borrego 2013 Fiat 500
Make Kia Fiat
Model Borrego 500
Year Released 2011 2013
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1072 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 3546 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1628 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1519 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2301 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 40 L


 

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