1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1366 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 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Bora | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
