1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 575 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.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 2010 Audi A6 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. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Bora | A6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
