2011 Kia Borrego vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 128 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 433 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Borrego | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
