1993 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 389 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1993 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota 4Runner | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4Runner | Bora |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2365 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
