1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle

To start off, both 1999 Volkswagen Bora and 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 264 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Volkswagen Bora 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Bora Caravelle
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.3 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1206 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 2050 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2410 mm