1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 696 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bora | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
