2011 Kia Borrego vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 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 101 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento.
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, 2012 Kia Sorento, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Sorento 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 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Borrego | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
