1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 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 43 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 124 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Bora | Altima |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
