1997 Peugeot Nautilus vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (194 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus.
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, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot Nautilus | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nautilus | Bora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
