1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 73 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 2004 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Space Wagon | Bora |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |