1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 1999 Honda Passport

To start off, both 1999 Volkswagen Bora and 1999 Honda Passport were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.

Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Passport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 1999 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Volkswagen Bora 1999 Honda Passport
Make Volkswagen Honda
Model Bora Passport
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2323 cc 3201 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 148 HP 190 HP
Torque 205 Nm 256 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2710 mm


 

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