1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 520 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 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 2010 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Bora | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1748 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3000 mm |
