1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 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 87 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
