2011 Kia Borrego vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 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 48 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Borrego | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Borrego | 330 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 61 L |