1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 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 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 73 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 166 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.

Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Volkswagen Bora 2005 Volkswagen Touran
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Bora Touran
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 1982 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.3 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1636 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2680 mm